Kourtney Kardashian's Engagement Ring: A Trend Defining 12ct Oval

From a whirlwind romance to a lavish Italian wedding, Kourtney Kardashian’s engagement to Travis Barker was nothing short of iconic. At the centre of it all? Kourtney Kardashian’s engagement ring – a dazzling oval diamond that perfectly reflects her signature style and their unconventional love story. Fans and jewellery lovers alike have been eager to know all the details, from the design to the cost, and how to recreate the look for themselves.

In October 2021, Travis Barker proposed to Kourtney Kardashian at the Rosewood Miramar Beach Hotel in Montecito, California. The romantic beachside setting was adorned with a heart-shaped arrangement of red roses and candles, creating an intimate atmosphere as the sun set over the Pacific Ocean. The moment was captured and later shared on social media, showcasing the couple's deep affection and the breathtaking backdrop of their engagement.

Kourtney Kardashian's engagement ring features a 12 carat oval cut diamond set on a delicate platinum scallop diamond band. Experts reckon the diamond is of D colour and VVS+ clarity, indicating exceptional quality with minimal inclusions, if any at all. The ring's design is both timeless and bang on trend as one of the most desired ring styles in the last decade, reflecting Kourtney's sophisticated and modern style.

At Queensmith, oval cut engagement rings similar to Kourtney’s account for almost 50% of our ring sales, with oval diamonds a firm favourite shape for their elongated spread of carat weight that makes the diamond appear larger and more imposing.

Kourtney's wedding band is a custom-made 3mm claw set eternity ring in platinum, stacking beautifully with her bold engagement ring.

Experts estimate the value of Kourtney's engagement ring to be approximately $1 million (£800,000 GBP). The high valuation is attributed to the diamond's substantial carat weight, superior colour and clarity grades, and the highly sought-after brand name of the jeweller who made it, Lorraine Schwartz, known for being the designer behind many celebrity engagement rings.

Although we’re pretty certain Travis Barker would have been sensible enough to insure the ring when he bought it, he probably got a bit of a fright when Kourtney stepped on the ring and broke it, as she revealed on The Kardashians. She said she hysterically cried in her closet when she realised – as would we!

Back in late January of 2021, Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker were confirmed to be dating by People, with their shared responsibilities of taking care of their kids bonding them together. A couple of months later, Travis Barker proposed to Kourtney Kardashian in California, receiving the “yes” that would excite thousands of fans. Performing a “practice wedding” in April 2022, Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker finally got married in May 2022 in Santa Barbara.

Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker celebrated their union with three distinct ceremonies:

• Las Vegas Ceremony: In April 2022, the couple held an unofficial wedding in Las Vegas, complete with an Elvis impersonator officiating the ceremony. The ceremony was very much their vibe – a little rock ‘n’ roll, kitsch and of course, they both wore leather jackets.
• Santa Barbara Legal Wedding: The couple legally wed in May 2022 at a courthouse in Santa Barbara, California, with just a couple of close family members in attendance, including Kourtney’s grandmother MJ and Travis’ father, neither of whom could make the journey to their Italian wedding celebration.

• Portofino Celebration: Later that month, they hosted a lavish wedding celebration in Portofino, Italy. The event was held at the historic Castello Brown and featured opulent décor, designer attire by Dolce & Gabbana and a guest list including family and close friends. The wedding was documented in the show Til Death Do Us Part: Kourtney & Travis, so if you want more details (and a little happy cry), we recommend giving it a watch.

Kourtney shares three children – Mason, Penelope and Reign – with her former partner Scott Disick. Kourtney and Scott were never married or engaged. Travis has two children, Landon and Alabama, from his previous marriage. In November 2023, Kourtney and Travis welcomed their first child together, a son named Rocky Thirteen Barker.

You can recreate Kourtney Kardashian’s engagement ring by choosing Queensmith's Oval Bardot Scallop ring. Or if you’d like the control of creating a custom ring inspired by Kourtney’s, you can book an appointment to meet with an expert. Simply ask for:

• Diamond selection: Opt for an oval cut diamond, focusing on high colour and clarity grades to emulate the brilliance of Kourtney's ring. A lab diamond will help control costs and allow you greater quality without sacrificing too much budget. While a 12ct diamond is both rare and incredibly expensive, the design will look beautiful with any size diamond - popular sizes include 1ct, 1.5ct, 2ct and 2.5ct.
• Band design: Choose a slim platinum band set with diamonds – to match the setting style of Kourtney’s ring ask for a ‘scallop’ diamond band. We don’t recommend going too slim on the band – remember how Kourtney's broke under pressure? Larger diamonds should be supported by a band of at least 2mm.
• Customisation: Incorporate personal touches, such as a hidden halo or engraved details, to make the ring uniquely yours.

Queensmith's experts will guide you through the process, ensuring your custom ring reflects both quality craftsmanship and personal significance. So don’t hesitate to get in touch.